In a state with approximately 750 miles of stunning coastline and hundreds of pristine beaches, it is not terribly shocking that you won’t find many traditional water parks in Hawaii. In fact, you will only find one waterpark in the Aloha State. Yes, you read that right, in an island paradise with near-perfect weather year-round, you will only find one legitimate water park. Ready to make a splash?
Welcome to Wet’n’Wild, the perfect place to go when you’re just not feeling the beach.
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Located on the leeward side of Oahu in Kapolei, Wet’n’Wild is one of seven water parks operating under the name Wet’n’Wild in the United States and Australia, so while it is not a uniquely Hawaiian experience, per say, there are various Hawaiian features found throughout the park.
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Nestled on 29 acres and surrounded by natural cliffs, lush, tropical landscaping, and more palm trees than you could possibly count, it’s hard to deny that Wet’n’Wild’s location is perfectly picturesque.
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Recognized as one of Oahu’s most visited family attractions, the park features more than 25 exhilarating attractions.
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From splash pads perfect for little ones…
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…to epic water slides thrill seekers will love, there’s something for everyone at Wet’n’Wild.
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Hang out in the epic 400,000 wave pool, where you can either ride the swells or chill out in the smaller waves.
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The most thrilling attraction in the park is known as the Tornado, catapulting riders in a two-or-four-person tube from 50 feet in the air into a 130-foot tunnel before plummeting into the eye of the storm.
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If crazy water slides aren’t your favorite, there are plenty of tame slides for water-lovers of all ages!
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Kids and kids-at-heart will love splashing around and soaking up the sun at Hawaii’s only water park.
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At night, Wet’n’Wild is completely transformed and hosts Hawaii’s No. 1 ranked luau on TripAdvisor. Chief’s Luau is second to none, and a fabulous way to end your day.
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Whether you come for the lazy river or the thrilling water slides, you’ll love soaking up the sun at Wet’n’Wild Hawaii.
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Wet’n’Wild is located at 400 Farrington Hwy., Kapolei, HI 96707, and is open from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. For more information about Hawaii’s only true waterpark, click here, and to discover one of the Aloha State’s natural waterparks, click here.
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